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2019 BMW 8 Series

3 recalls Risk Grade: D Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #19V513000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The high-pressure fuel pump in your vehicle is the part that delivers gasoline to your engine. In some 2020 and 2019 models, it might not be securely attached, which could cause it to crack and leak fuel.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pump cracks and leaks fuel near an ignition source, like a spark plug or hot engine part, it could catch fire, posing a serious risk to your safety and your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the high-pressure fuel pump with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible to prevent any potential issues. This timing describes the original 2019 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2020 750i xDrive, 2019 M850i xDrive Coupe, M850i xDrive Convertible, X5 xDrive50i, X7 xDrive50i, and M5 vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may not have been properly attached to the engine, which may cause the fuel pump flange to crack, resulting in a fuel leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Standard NHTSA Filing #21V096000 Plain English
Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The rearview camera in your vehicle is a crucial safety feature that shows you what's behind your car when you're reversing. In your BMW, a small part of the camera image might not display properly or not light up at all when you switch to Reverse gear.
Risk if Unfixed
If you rely on the rearview camera and it's not working correctly, you might miss something behind your vehicle, which could lead to a crash or injury.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the rearview camera software to ensure it works properly, and this service is free for you. They'll do it at no cost to you, and you should schedule an appointment after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2021 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2019-2021 X3 sDrive30i, X3 xDrive30i, X3 M40i, X3M, X4 xDrive30i, X4 M40i, M550i, X4M, X5 sDrive40i, X5 xDrive40i, X5 xDrive50i, X5M, X5 M50i, X7 xDrive40i, X7 xDrive50i, X7 M50i, Alpina XB7, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, and 8 Series Coupe, Convertible and Grand Coupe, 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, M8, 2020-2021 530e, 530e xDrive, 330e, 330e xDrive, 745Le, 745Le xDrive, X5 xDrive45e, X3 xDrive30e, X6 sDrive40i, X6 xDrive40i, X6 xDrive50i, X6 M50i, X6M, 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 740i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, M760i Drive, M760Li xDrive, 750Li xDrive Alpina, Alpina B7 xDrive, and 2021 4 Series Coupe 430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive vehicles. When shifting into Reverse, a small portion of the rearview image may be obscured, or the screen may not illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the driver relies on only the rearview camera image, the missing or reduced rearview image view can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rearview camera software and update it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Standard NHTSA Filing #19V684000 Plain English
Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
Your vehicle has a backup camera that helps you see what's behind you when you're reversing. In your BMW, the camera settings can get stuck so the image doesn't show up on the display.
Risk if Unfixed
If the camera image doesn't appear when you're backing up, you might not see something behind your vehicle, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will update the camera software to fix the issue, and the repair is free. You should schedule an appointment after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2019 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 540d, 2018-2020 530i, 530i xDrive, 540i, 540i xDrive, M550i xDrive, M5, 530e, 530e xDrive, X3 sDrive, X3 xDrive, X3 M40i, X3 M, and 2019-2020 X4 xDrive, X4 M40i, X4 M, X7 xDrive, X7 M50i, 740Li, 740Li xDrive, 750Li, 750Li xDrive, 8 Series Convertible and Coupe 840i, 840i xDrive, M850i xDrive, X5 sDrive, X5 xDrive, X5 M50i, X6 xDrive, X6 M50i, 330i, 330i xDrive, M340i, M340i xDrive, Z4 sDrive, Z4 M40i, 740Le xDrive and 745Le xDrive, 2018-2019 640i xDrive Gran Turismo and Rolls-Royce Phantom, 2019 M850i xDrive Gran Coupe and Rolls-Royce Cullinan and 2020 Toyota Supra vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the back-up camera software, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or Rolls-Royce at 1-877-877-3735. Toyota owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall risk grade for the 2019 BMW 8 Series?

The 2019 BMW 8 Series has a risk grade of D. This grade is calculated from 3 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).

How many safety recalls does the 2019 BMW 8 Series have?

The 2019 BMW 8 Series has 3 known safety recalls on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.

What is the most severe recall for the 2019 BMW 8 Series?

The most severe recall for the 2019 BMW 8 Series is classified as critical. This indicates a life-threatening safety issue that should be addressed promptly.

Is the 2019 BMW 8 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 3 recorded safety recalls. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP recall for the 2019 BMW 8 Series? (Campaign #19V513000)

The high-pressure fuel pump in your vehicle is the part that delivers gasoline to your engine. In some 2020 and 2019 models, it might not be securely attached, which could cause it to crack and leak fuel. If the pump cracks and leaks fuel near an ignition source, like a spark plug or hot engine part, it could catch fire, posing a serious risk to your safety and your vehicle. Your BMW dealer will replace the high-pressure fuel pump with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible to prevent any potential issues. This timing describes the original 2019 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.

What is the BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA recall for the 2019 BMW 8 Series? (Campaign #21V096000)

The rearview camera in your vehicle is a crucial safety feature that shows you what's behind your car when you're reversing. In your BMW, a small part of the camera image might not display properly or not light up at all when you switch to Reverse gear. If you rely on the rearview camera and it's not working correctly, you might miss something behind your vehicle, which could lead to a crash or injury. Your BMW dealer will update the rearview camera software to ensure it works properly, and this service is free for you. They'll do it at no cost to you, and you should schedule an appointment after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2021 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.

What is the BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA recall for the 2019 BMW 8 Series? (Campaign #19V684000)

Your vehicle has a backup camera that helps you see what's behind you when you're reversing. In your BMW, the camera settings can get stuck so the image doesn't show up on the display. If the camera image doesn't appear when you're backing up, you might not see something behind your vehicle, which could lead to a crash. Your BMW dealer will update the camera software to fix the issue, and the repair is free. You should schedule an appointment after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2019 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.